Boyfriends and Broomsticks (A Scary Harry Private Detective Cozy Mystery Book 2)
by Crystal Dawn, Em Editing, TP BookNookNuts, Bonna Art
Why You'll Love This
When your sort-of boyfriend is the prime suspect in his witch cousin's murder-by-broomstick, the investigation gets personal fast.
- Great if you want: paranormal cozy mysteries with quirky characters and low-stakes charm
- The experience: breezy and light — reads in a single sitting without effort
- The writing: Dawn keeps the tone playful while threading genuine mystery logic through
- Skip if: you prefer longer, more complex mysteries with substantial world-building
About This Book
When your sort-of boyfriend becomes the prime suspect in a witch's murder, things get complicated fast. Harry is back, familiar Havoc at her side, navigating a case that hits uncomfortably close to home. A family argument, a broken broomstick, and a dead cousin add up to circumstantial evidence that could bury Osgood — unless Harry can untangle the truth before the wrong person pays the price. Crystal Dawn blends paranormal charm with genuine mystery stakes, creating a story where the emotional weight of loyalty and doubt makes every clue feel personal.
What makes this second installment rewarding is how efficiently Crystal Dawn builds a complete, satisfying mystery in a compact space. At 142 pages, there's no filler — every scene moves the investigation forward while deepening Harry's relationships and her corner of this witchy, offbeat world. The writing has an easy, confident rhythm that pulls readers through without ever feeling rushed, and Havoc the mongoose adds just the right touch of whimsy to balance the darker subject matter. Readers who love atmosphere, tight plotting, and a protagonist with real personality will find this slim volume punches well above its weight.